Lily's Father Died Several Years Ago and Her Mother,who Had

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Lily's father died several years ago and her mother,who had been living independently,seems to have started having more difficulty with tasks of daily living.Lily wonders if her mother may be developing dementia.What signs and symptoms are associated with dementia? What might Lily do or suggest to help her mother? Are any treatments available? What changes can be made to her mother's living situation?

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